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Compare bus and train for Santa Barbara, CA to West Hollywood, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Barbara, CA to West Hollywood, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a train costs an average of $30.
Distance: 79 miles (128 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$30 Average price | $27 Average price Cheapest |
3h 22m Average total duration 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Santa Barbara, CA to West Hollywood, CA:
A bus is $3 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Santa Barbara, CA to West Hollywood, CA costing on average $30 (€24).
Other travel options to West Hollywood, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 52m.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santa Barbara, CA to West Hollywood, CA
Trains from Santa Barbara, CA to West Hollywood, CA run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by bus.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 19:26. The fastest train covers the 79 miles (128 km) distance in 2h 52m.
Distance 79 miles (128 km) |
Average train duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€24) |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 2h 52m |
First train 5:35 AM |
Last train 7:26 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 14 days |
FAQs: Trains from Santa Barbara, CA to West Hollywood, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Barbara, CA to West Hollywood, CA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at West Hollywood, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Santa Barbara, CA to West Hollywood, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- The Lark
- Santo Mezcal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- Hotel Californian
- Harbor View Inn
- Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a main hall with ticketing and waiting areas.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Trolley: Downtown Waterfront Shuttle
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